Classified

Classified

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Bond is a string quartet made up of four good-looking women, two from Australia, two from Great Britain. Their training is in purely classical music, which this CD certainly is not. Their previous CD was banned from the UK classical charts, presumably because of the overly insistent use of beats and other intrusions, and this CD too contains African, electro, Latin and hip-hop beats. Bond will be the first to acknowledge that they're heavily influenced by the club scene and pop culture from London to Bangkok. Here they are joined by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the sound is enormous: there's level upon level of overdubbing. Some of the tracks have, as their basis, classical works: Pachelbel's Canon, snippets of Swan Lake, the Nutcracker, Carmen's Habanera, Brahms' Hungarian Dance no. 5, Barber's Adagio for Stings. But the sound we get is lush, beat-heavy, club-ish, full of excitement and basic rhythms, and the "classical" connection--aside from the melodies from the above-mentioned pieces--must be taken on faith. The women's solo playing, if there is any, is not audible. The over-riding feel is disco; this is for dancing and for creating a mood of excitement. --Robert Levine

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Classified

Classified
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • just incredible
  • Working Music
  • Classical made fun!
  • Beautiful music
  • Declassifing Bond
Classified
Bond
Manufacturer: Decca
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0001ZDKAQ
Release Date: 2004-06-15

Tracks:

  1. Explosive
  2. Samba
  3. Midnight Garden
  4. Fly Robin Fly
  5. Scorchio
  6. Lullaby
  7. Hungarian
  8. I'll Fly Away
  9. Dream Star
  10. Highly Strung
  11. Adagio For Strings
  12. Senorita
  13. Explosive

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Bond is a string quartet made up of four good-looking women, two from Australia, two from Great Britain. Their training is in purely classical music, which this CD certainly is not. Their previous CD was banned from the UK classical charts, presumably because of the overly insistent use of beats and other intrusions, and this CD too contains African, electro, Latin and hip-hop beats. Bond will be the first to acknowledge that they're heavily influenced by the club scene and pop culture from London to Bangkok. Here they are joined by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the sound is enormous: there's level upon level of overdubbing. Some of the tracks have, as their basis, classical works: Pachelbel's Canon, snippets of Swan Lake, the Nutcracker, Carmen's Habanera, Brahms' Hungarian Dance no. 5, Barber's Adagio for Stings. But the sound we get is lush, beat-heavy, club-ish, full of excitement and basic rhythms, and the "classical" connection--aside from the melodies from the above-mentioned pieces--must be taken on faith. The women's solo playing, if there is any, is not audible. The over-riding feel is disco; this is for dancing and for creating a mood of excitement. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars just incredible.......2007-07-09

This group of four ladies puts on such a performance, you'll feel exhausted! You'll recognize the tunes but I guarante you have never heard them played like this before. The electrified violins and string instruments coupled with their frenetic pace is just amazing. For a visual treat see them perform live on their dvd or combo cd/dvd. But one of their cd's and you'll be back for more.

4 out of 5 stars Working Music.......2007-02-11

I have to happily agree with another reviewer who noted that she gets more done when she listens to Bond. I feel the exact same way. Their music is perfect for me during a long drive or when I'm busy at work.

I am not a classical music aficinado, but I've found that I really enjoy listening to Bond. My favourite would be their rendition of "Kashmir" on the Shine CD, I believe.

5 out of 5 stars Classical made fun!.......2007-01-17

This is the first Bond album I've purchased and I love it!! I've always loved strings, but could only listen to so much classical music before becoming really bored with it (especially in the car - makes me sleepy.) This album brings classical instruments to life! Want your kids to appreciate classical? My 5- and 4-year-old daughters can't get enough of this music! They love to point out all the instruments they hear. I get comments about them humming "Swan Lake" while they play. My personal favorite is "Lullaby," based on Pachelbel's Canon in D. The vocals added to this up-tempo rendition give me goosebumps. Based on this album, I am a huge fan of classical cross-over. Highly recommend it!

4 out of 5 stars Beautiful music.......2007-01-05

They are a classic quartet which the Masters would be proud to have play their music.

5 out of 5 stars Declassifing Bond.......2006-06-11

Four years after Bond hit it big in the Mainstream music world, the string quartet released CLASSIFIED. The album was a display of not only Bond members' talents, but their abilities to expand the genre of their music. The basis of Classical music remained, but Bond's sound became even more Pop/Dance oriented. For the track "Fly Robin Fly", the group even performed in more of a disco style. To perserve the elements of Classical art, more brass, horns, and percussion were added to the arrangements of Bond's pieces. Props go out to the quartet's interpretation of the Hungarian Rapsodies that they entitled "Hungarian", and to their version of a movement from Carmen they entitled "Senorita". This album shows how a group's sound can change over time to a better style than the one they had already mastered. CLASSIFIED is part of Bond's best work and a must have for any music fan.
Boy-Cott-In The Industry
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Wow, amazing
  • Crazy
  • wicked
  • Classified Keeps Getting Better
  • Inspirational...
Boy-Cott-In The Industry
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Manufacturer: URBNET Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0007VDF5O
Release Date: 2005-03-08

Tracks:

  1. Sound Check
  2. It's Just My Opinion
  3. Listen
  4. No Mistakes
  5. Problemz (w/ Jay Bizzy, J-Bru, Spesh K and Mic Boyd)
  6. High School Behavior
  7. 5th Element
  8. Beat Auction Interlude
  9. Separate the Music from the Gimmicks
  10. The Maritimes
  11. Unexplainable Hunger (w/ Royce 59 and Choclair)
  12. Do This Our Way
  13. F.A.D.S
  14. The Final Time
  15. Still Hip-Hop Interlude
  16. Sibling Rivalry (w/ Mic Boyd)
  17. Whats Real
  18. Bonus Track: Unexplainable Hunger Remix (w/ Royce 59, Choclair and Kid Vicious)

Album Description

Urbnet Records recording artist, Classified, is scheduled to release his tenth and latest album, "Boy-Cott-In The Industry." As one of Canada's top selling independent rap artists, the Halifax native is reinforcing his position with his best release to date. "Boy-Cott-In The Industry" includes some of Classified's best production as well as guest appearances by Choclair and M.I.C. Records recording artist, Royce da 5'9. Since the release of "Trial & Error," Classified's previous album, he has been hard at work planning, producing and writing for his current LP. The album includes live guitar, bass and violin instrumentals, which enhance the sound and quality of the project.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Wow, amazing.......2006-06-07

I can almost never give out 5 stars to CD's. I think I gave one to Atmosphere's new drop. All I know is I never heard of him, or any Canadian rapper. I downloaded the CD, and within a week bought 2 CD's from this guy. Some of the best, most origional rapping I have heard. Great production. Classified has amazing rhymes, delivery, and production, it makes an amazing CD. One of very few I highly recommend. You will not go wrong with this Can-uck. I have only listened to Trial and Error and Boy-Cott, but I would say buy Boy-cott and see what's up.

5 out of 5 stars Crazy.......2005-09-16

this cd is almost a classic. great cd. everyone that loves hip hop should pick it up. I heard from people it was good but I never expected it to be this good. Classified is the sh*t

5 out of 5 stars wicked.......2005-09-07

In my opinion, one of the best cds of the year. buy this album!!
u won't regret it
his beats remind me of kanye's style definte buy

5 out of 5 stars Classified Keeps Getting Better.......2005-08-27

This is by far my favorite Classified Cd, and I thought nothing could have beaten 'trial & error' but this CD did. Almost all the tracks were solid '10's. 5th element and both versions of Unexplainable Hunger were probably 11s. Class' producing skills are unmatched in Canada and this album gave his best production, with live guitars, fiddles, keyboards and bag pipes this CD as a very authentic sound. Many critics say that Classified is the voice of Canada's underground hip hop scene, and with his work here that title is very fitting.

Simply put this Cd is worth every dime you spend on it. It is too good to just copy from a friend or bootleg it in anyway. Classfied needs teh money and he deserves the money with his efforst on 'Boy-Cott-In The industry'

5 out of 5 stars Inspirational..........2005-08-10

When it comes down to it, Classified is just a blue collard worker who's been trying to make it big in the music business for over 10 years. He produces his own beats and is a good lyricist, you have to respect him for doing what he's done. His beats are catchy and he even admits that they sound commercial in one of the songs but they'll have your head bumping in a fresh way. He's not rapping about guns or money or ho's but he does rap about weed...lol. Seriously, this man has a lot of talent, just search for his official site on google and you can watch his videos of his singles. I hope that'll help you decide but if you're reading this and don't have this album, just buy it! You won't regret it, I've been listening to it for a week straight and when I listen to other music I keep coming back to it. It's just plain good hip hop. Peace...
Trial & Error
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • It's Jaw-dropping Good
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  • classified best canadian rapper out there.
  • Awesome
  • Class Has Sick Skills
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ASIN: B00009PXZR
Release Date: 2003-05-06

Tracks:

  1. Intro
  2. Gossip
  3. Heavy Artillary
  4. On Tha Brink
  5. Unexpected
  6. Just the way it is (w/ Eternia, DL Incognito & Maestro)
  7. Got Luv
  8. Interlude
  9. Trial & Error
  10. It's Sickening (w/ Mic B)
  11. This is For
  12. Confused Confrontations
  13. 3 Beat & a MC
  14. Like it's Criminal (w/ Bonshah, J-bru & Spesh K)

Album Description

Beginning his Hip-Hop education early, Luke Boyd AKA Classified released his first indie tape of beats and rhymes entitled Times Up in 1995. The next six years are chronicled by releases, One Shot (1996), What Happened (1996), Information (1997), Now Whut (1998), Touch Of Class (1999 12" EP), Unpredictable (2000) and Union Dues (2001). Along the way producing and creating beats for a multitude of other east coast MCs, performing with national stars like Choclair, Swollen Members, Rascalz and 112. Now the dean of Halifax Hip-Hop, Class graduated into the national arena with the release of Trial & Error in partnership with URBNET Records.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars It's Jaw-dropping Good.......2005-08-27

When I first bought this Cd was simply amazed, my mouth just stayed open for like 15 minutes I could not believe how incredible the CD was. I didn't even know he was a Canadian until I heard him talking about his Canadian roots. His production on this Cd is his best yet (though Boy-Cott-In The Industry is better, but at the time it was his best). I showed this Cd to a bunch of my friends who absoloutley hate rap music and they instantly fell in love with it. I convinced an oldies lover, an emo kid and an acoustic lover to buy this Cd. It is not just a Cd for hip hop lovers, but music that all people seem to love.

Gossip-9/10
Heavy artillery 6/10 This is most peoples favorite I just didnt like it
On Tha Brink- 9/10
Unexpected-9/10
Just The Way It Is - 10/10
Got luv-8.5/10
Trial&Error- 10/10
It's Sickening-10/10
This Is For-10.5/10
Confused Confrontations 49/10 By far My favorite track
Three Beats & a Mc- 9.5/10
Like It's Criminal-8.5/10
hidden Track - 8.5/10

5 out of 5 stars Only Thing Better is Boy-Cott-In The Industry.......2005-03-09

This CD is amazing, definately a great rap-along CD for long car rides, the only thing better is Boy-Cott-In The Industry! BUY THIS!

5 out of 5 stars classified best canadian rapper out there........2004-12-09

I own a lot of raps Cd's, but trial & error has to be my favorite. Classified writes all his own songs and is not always reapping about garbage like cars and women. Great album! If you wan ta white rapper please turn off eminem and give a listen to Classified.

5 out of 5 stars Awesome.......2004-06-08

This is one of the best hip-hop cds I've heard in a while. Classified's rhymes great. I've listened to this cd about 40 times +. The beats are good too. Everytime I hear a song from this cd I end up rapping along with the whole track. It's a must buy if you like rappers like don't like mainstream music.

5 out of 5 stars Class Has Sick Skills.......2004-03-24

Well Classified Was Unknown To Me Till My Gf Told Me Bout Him. Very First Song I Got Was "This Is For"(best song he has made) For All ppl who like To listen to sick skills Mint Lyrics .... Get This Cd It has it all.. "Trial And error" Go Get It!
Union Dues
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • A Must Have For Any Classified Fan!
  • Awesome CD
  • brilliant
  • more hip hop from canada
Union Dues
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Manufacturer: Halflife
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B00006IJ5L
Release Date: 2002-07-23

Tracks:

  1. Intro
  2. Crossing Lines
  3. Politics
  4. Yuh Ded Now (w/ Dan-e-o & D-Sisive)
  5. Questions
  6. A Martin Finch Moment
  7. Talking Sh*t
  8. No Breaks (w/ Ground Squad)
  9. Past Out
  10. Darwin's Theory (w/ Trobiz & Kaspa)
  11. Things Keep Changing'
  12. Average MC
  13. It's Like This (w/ Divo)

Album Description

Classified is one of the hardest working artists on the Canadian urban scene, producing a steady stream of independent releases since the early 90s. Originally released in 2001, Union Dues is the last of these efforts before his 2003 breakout album Trial & Error. Completely self-recorded and produced, Union Dues is the product of 10 hard years of work in the underground.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Must Have For Any Classified Fan!.......2005-03-09

While Trial & Error and Boy-Cott-In The Industry are getting a lot of attention, all true classified fans need to have Union Dues. This CD is completely self-recorded and produced and has some of Classified's greatest songs... Politics, Questions, Things Keep Changing... BUY THIS CD!

Sarah D.

5 out of 5 stars Awesome CD.......2005-03-02

When I thought it couldn't get better then this, he comes out with Trial and Error!

5 out of 5 stars brilliant.......2003-08-20

This is the sickest underground hip-hop cd i have heard in a long time. If u love up beat,straight up real underground hip-hop, u MUST MUST MUST buy this CD, some songs arent to exciting, but the good ones make up for all that and more! In my book, its a MUST BUY!

3 out of 5 stars more hip hop from canada.......2003-07-07

these cd is alright,some songs really good some need to be skipped. anyone heard the song yuh ded now with Dan-eo? well classified is on that track. anyone that likes underground stuff from canada check this out.
Lovely
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Nostalgic sounds from THE freestyle diva
  • Great Find!
Lovely
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Manufacturer: Classified Records
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B000008NXD
Release Date: 1994-07-05

Tracks:

  1. Make This Last Forever
  2. Big Love
  3. I've Been Thinking About You
  4. Never the One
  5. I Feel for You
  6. Amazing
  7. Only
  8. You Are the One
  9. I Didn't Know Love Would Break My Heart
  10. I've Been Thinking About You [Far East Mix]
  11. You Are the One (Reprise)

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Nostalgic sounds from THE freestyle diva.......2004-03-05

I recently picked up this album, about 10 years late in the game...but I was 14 when it was released in 1994, so I didn't know about it back then. Anyhow, this is a great look at old-school Jocelyn.

With 'Lovely', you can't help but reminisce about those skating rink moments, skating to the upbeat, fast freestyle music. The production is really indicative of its time, the freestyle beats that are dated now, but were cool back then. There are some great gems on this album "I Feel For You", "Big Love", and her beautiful ballads "Never the One" and "You are the One." The more somber tune "I Never Thought Love Would Break My Heart" is superb, too...with the combination of piano and Jocelyn's vocal stylings- you cannot go wrong! My only complaint is the last reprise track- what was the point of that?? It was like 43 seconds of uselessness.

This is a nice collector's item- plus there's some great photos and lyrics inside the cover. When I meet the diva herself, my copy's getting signed!

4 out of 5 stars Great Find!.......2004-02-04

I found this CD the other day used at an FYE, and decided to experiment with Jocelyn's older material. I honestly didn't know this CD existed, but I'm glad I found it. The faster songs on the CD show the evolution from classic freestyle to the new school sounds that are pervasive today, and were probably revolutionary in '94 when the album was released. "Make This Last Forever" starts out slow, then explodes into a hot dance track. Jocelyn's vocals totally work with the music and convince you that she wants the relationship to last. My favorite song is "I've Been Thinking About You", which I was introduced to in the Freestyle's Greatest Beats compilation (volume 10 I believe). The electro-funk elements melt into the freestyle elements with ease, creating a smoothly delivered cut that offers a variety of vocals and beats. "Big Love" is a darker dance track, something that would be perfect in the middle of an extended DJ set. "Only" is a powerful ballad sung over a happy melody, sure to bring a smile to anyone who listens. I recommend this CD for the fast songs. The slower songs offer some good vocals and subject matter, but if you prefer the upbeat, danceable cuts Jocelyn has to offer, give this CD a try. It's a treat, and a fun history lesson.
Sweet Honesty
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great new artist!
Sweet Honesty
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ASIN: B000007PFM
Release Date: 1999-03-02

Tracks:

  1. Sweet Honesty (Energy Box Edit)
  2. Sweet Honesty (Faith Edit)
  3. Sweet Honesty (Album Version)
  4. Sweet Honesty (Planet Hype Edition)
  5. Sweet Honesty (Energy Box Mix)
  6. Sweet Honesty (Faith Mix)
  7. Sweet Honesty (Twelve Inch Mix)
  8. Sweet Honesty (Planet Hype Mix)
  9. Sweet Honesty (A Capella)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great new artist!.......1998-07-17

Great song. I can't wait for her new material. I hope we get more from her soon. She sounds great in person as well. If you get a chance to see her live, do it!! You wont be disapointed.
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    ASIN: B000CA9QMG
    Release Date: 2001-12-10

    Tracks:

    1. Clear The Building - Rok 1
    2. Ridiculous Junk - Red Cloud (feat. Braille, MaxOne, Man of War)
    3. Fallout - DutchMassive (feat. Celph Titled & Walkmen)
    4. Rap Fans (remix) - Mars Ill (feat. The Committee)
    5. Can't Come Off - Sev Statik
    6. Safety In Numbers (pretend its 1996 mix) - Mcenroe
    7. Integrity - Anonymous Twist
    8. The Evolution - Rugged T Reign
    9. Out Of Rope - Toolshed
    10. Urban Camper - Vandal
    11. Darker The Berry - Storm The Unpredictable
    12. Squanderin' - Coleon
    13. Locusts - Interlock
    14. Catharsis - Angle
    15. Confrontation - Logic
    16. Past Out - Classified
    17. Matter Of Time - Braille
    18. Last Of The Mex-hee-cans - Red Cloud
    19. Hick Town - Tachichi and Gordski
    20. Shanghai Burning - Dirt
    21. Breeze Block Freestyle - Apathy & Celph Titled
    22. Relaxed (but ever alert) - Tack Fu
    Hitch Hikin' Music
    Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
    • Classified - Hitch Hikin Music
    • Another Excellent Release
    Hitch Hikin' Music
    Classified
    Manufacturer: Fontana North
    ProductGroup: Music
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    ASIN: B000I2J7B8
    Release Date: 2007-01-08

    Tracks:

    1. Intro (Here We Go)
    2. Find Out
    3. Put It All In Perspective
    4. Hard To Be Hip Hop
    5. Beatin It
    6. Feeling Fine
    7. Freezin In The Cold
    8. Hip Hop Star
    9. All About You
    10. Beat Auction II
    11. Cheap Talk
    12. Cazual Drinking
    13. Fall From Paradise
    14. Live It Up
    15. See the Truth
    16. Believe It Or Not
    17. Never Turns Out How You Thought It Would

    Customer Reviews:

    3 out of 5 stars Classified - Hitch Hikin Music .......2006-12-31

    Classified's (A.K.A. Luke Boyd) eleventh album is "Hitch Hikin Music" (2006) a seventeen track release which features guest appearances from Maestro Fresh-Wes, Jordan Croucher, Jay-Bizzy, Chad Hatcher, Tash (Of Tha Liks), J-Bru, Mic Boyd, White Mic & Preacher K. Classified is a Canadian MC/Producer who comes from Enfield, Nova Scotia. It's hard to make it as a Canadian artist, Classified continues to come back each year with more music - producing his own albums, touring and opening for artist's like Busta Rhymes, Ludacris and Black Moon while working with Royce Da 5'9. I am a bigger fan of Classified the producer then Classified the MC, his beats are usually distinct and memorable. Classified has two singles for this album - one being "Find Out", backed by some upbeat & fast paced production - Classified talks about his journey through Hip Hop and his reflections on it's state. On the "Feeling Fine" (Remix) Classified team's up with singer Jordan Croucher and J-Bizzy, - the highlight of this cut being Jordan Croucher's uplifting singing. On "Hard to Be Hip Hop" Classified teams up one of the pioneers of Canadian Hip Hop Maestro Fresh Wes, and the two kick rhymes on Hip Hop, fickle fans, fake MC's, backed by scratching and a stellar beat. Classified shines on the substantial "All About You", while Chad Hatcher's soulful singing works well. Lyrically this is one of my favourite track's on this release as Classified's/Chad Hatcher's rhymes/singing on life are positive, thought provoking and meaningful. Classified's production on "Fall From Paradise" is outstanding - Classified talks about his love for Hip Hop, and what it's like to be a Canadian MC. Backed by some smooth production Class rhymes about being loyal to his wife, no matter how much temptation comes his way on "See The Truth". Overall "Hitch Hikin Music" is a strong release which fan's of Canadian Hip Hop should definetly check out. Respect to Classified for keeping his music grounded and real.

    4 out of 5 stars Another Excellent Release.......2006-10-06

    I was excited to see this album come out so quickly after the excellent Boy-Cott in the industry. Ive been a fan of classified since union dues and this album is a strong continuation of his evolution as an artist. Class once again produces all the tracks on the album and the quality is top notch, on par with any of the big names in the industry today. Lyricaly class comes with his usual no nonsense style, rapping with authority on every track. Even though the featured artists on this album arent of the same profile as on Boy-Cott the colaboration tracks are all solid particularly Hard to be Hip Hop with legendary Canadian mc Maestro. Classified is truly an underappreciated artist, any fan of his previous work, or qulity hip hop music in general wont be dissapointed with this album.
    Inevitable
    Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    • I was dissapointed ...
    • Impressive!
    • PiNaY rEpPinG dA aZn fLaVoR
    • i'm bored-but i might as well be productive
    • of the best!
    Inevitable
    Pinay
    Manufacturer: Classified Records
    ProductGroup: Music
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    ASIN: B000007TE5
    Release Date: 1999-03-30

    Tracks:

    1. Is It Real (Album Version)
    2. Come Go Away With Me
    3. Next Time
    4. Share My World
    5. Inevitable
    6. Why Do Fools
    7. Dim The Lights
    8. Everything (You'll Be Missing) (Album Version)
    9. Show You Love
    10. From This Day Forth
    11. I'd Give It All To You
    12. On & On
    13. Everything (You'll Be Missing) (Beat Digga Remix)
    14. Is It Real (Beat Digga Remix)
    15. Dahil Sa Iyo

    Customer Reviews:

    2 out of 5 stars I was dissapointed ..........2000-03-08

    I must admit, I bought this CD because of everyone's reviews. When I finally got it, I was a bit dissapointed. Almost all the songs have the same beat. Dahil Sa Yo...they dragged it out a bit too much. Voice V however, is a great filipina group...much better to listen to. Makes you proud to be a filipina!

    4 out of 5 stars Impressive!.......1999-10-27

    Good vocals. Good songs. A CD that I'm proud to have and would not hesitate to recommend to my friends (Filipino or otherwise). More power to Pinay! Can't wait for your next one!

    5 out of 5 stars PiNaY rEpPinG dA aZn fLaVoR.......1999-10-25

    I lub the lyrics of their songs. They can really reflect a teenagers life. (At sum point) I lub the beat. A must have!

    5 out of 5 stars i'm bored-but i might as well be productive.......1999-09-28

    pinay's debut album was very impressive for a you young group of filipina ladies (pinays if you will). the vocals are very strong-my favorite example, pinay's rendition of dahil sa iyo ("because of you"- a traditional tagalog), makes this song sound like an actual love song as opposed to hearing it sung by drunken uncles on the ol' karioke. slow cuts and dance tracks-what more do you need...but what is really impressive is that these ladies actually have brains. irma finished law school this past june-congrats (maybe we can take you somewhere other than Red Robins). what's up for the sequel?

    5 out of 5 stars of the best!.......1999-09-21

    Really talented. Pretty voices. Worth your money, 15 good songs! R&B. I'm glad they put a lil Filipino flavor with that song, "Dahil Sa Iyo". Go ahead and get this CD!
    Make a Little Noise
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • 5 MILLION STARS!
    • great album!!!
    • This cd makes A LOT OF EXCELLENT NOISE
    • BEST DANCE ALBUM EVER!
    • M:G definatly makin' some noise!!!
    Make a Little Noise
    M:G
    Manufacturer: Classified Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
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    ASIN: B00000FDGO
    Release Date: 1998-11-24

    Tracks:

    1. What Do You Remember
    2. Think Twice
    3. Make A Little Noise
    4. Sweet Honesty
    5. If You Think
    6. Keep Doing What You're Doing
    7. No One Knows
    8. No One Knows (Part 2)
    9. What Do You Remember (Jazzy Jim Remix)
    10. Falling Angel
    11. Sweet Honesty (Faith Remix)
    12. Someone Knows Better
    13. Aphrodisiac
    14. Make A Little Noise (Mijangos Tribal Remix)

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars 5 MILLION STARS!.......2002-10-04

    She really is a great artist and not to mention sweet and down to earth! I "discovered" M:G in 1998 at a concert she did in Corpus Christi, Texas. I went down to Corpus to see LFO pre Summer Girls and M:G was a few acts before LFO and I remember falling in love with the song "Sweet Honesty" before the show hearing it on the radio. Then her performance totally captivated me. Plus her dancers Marcos and Humberto were sooooo nice =)
    Then a few months later she did some shows in Fort Worth and Dallas and we got to meet her! She was sending my friend and me shout outs on the radio because we had been emailing her and telling her how much we loved her music. =)
    I really think she does have what it takes to make in the industry but I hear she is working on her career in dentistry right now. I hope she comes out with another album soon! It's been 3 years now since we heard any new stuff! Plus Glenn is the best producer on the face of the planet! Anyway this is a MUST BUY. I gave my AUTHORGRAPHED copy to former New Kid Jordan Knight so now I got to get another. =(
    I hope Jordan is enjoying Make A Little Noise because he should!

    5 out of 5 stars great album!!!.......2002-08-29

    I first heard Make A Little Noise about 3 years ago, back in 1999. I was amazed by her talent and her amazing voice. This is one of the best albums I have heard, and still, nothing has topped it in my book. It boggles my mind that she is not as well known as I feel she should be. If you're thinking about buying this album, stop thinking, and do it. I am about to buy my third copy of this album because my friends keep "borrowing" it, and just keep it. I don't mind at all, because M:G is spectacular!!!

    5 out of 5 stars This cd makes A LOT OF EXCELLENT NOISE.......2002-03-27

    This is easily the best CD I own and have ever owned. Her lyrics are good, her beats are good, the WHOLE CD IS 5 STARS. It's very very hard to see how shes not bigger then she is.

    5 out of 5 stars BEST DANCE ALBUM EVER!.......1999-11-20

    I love this album! Ever since I purchased it, I've listened to it over and over. I've got to say that M:G is an artist with TRUE talent. I love all her songs. And I look forward to her next album. I recently ordered her new single "Aphrodisiac" and all the mixes are off the hook! I highly recommend you check it out!

    5 out of 5 stars M:G definatly makin' some noise!!!.......1999-09-09

    I think this is one of the 2 best dance cd's of the year! (along with Angelina's "ven a mi") great 4 cruisin the town! check out aphrodisiac, it's hype!!!!

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